Dog & Cat Vets in Midlothian

Galedin Ltd trading as Animac Vets is presented on its website as a small practice focused on “personal service” and working “in partnership” with owners based on clinical need. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe thorough explanations during appointments and notably supportive end‑of‑life care (including time to say goodbye, sedation before euthanasia, and follow‑up gestures such as checking in later and sending a card). One recent review conflicts with this overall picture, describing a seriously ill dog being misdiagnosed during a very busy period with only one vet on duty, followed by referral elsewhere and concerns about charges becoming “excessive”.

West End Vets is a small-animal practice established in the 1950s and part of the CVS Group. It’s set up for routine care (consultations, vaccinations, parasite control, nurse clinics) as well as surgical work (including orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery), with facilities designed to reduce stress for cats (separate waiting rooms and wards for dogs and cats; Cat Friendly Clinic Silver). In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe clear communication from the team (reception, nurses and vets), a clean practice environment, and support during urgent and end‑of‑life situations—one owner says they were given an emergency appointment, the team stayed open after hours, and later sent photos as a memento. A minority of reviewers raise a strong pricing complaint about pet travel documentation, saying an Animal Health Certificate fee felt disproportionate.

Braid Vets Leith is part of the Braid Vets group, which states it has been providing veterinary care since the 1960s and offers routine care alongside advanced and referral services. The website also says they provide 24/7 emergency treatment, and list services including acupuncture, referral surgery and ophthalmology. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice and getting prompt, thorough help when a pet became unwell, alongside a more mixed view from one reviewer who describes the practice as “corporate” and focused on money (ownership structure isn’t otherwise stated in the provided information). Concrete details supported by the sources include: - Same/short-notice appointments mentioned in a recent review. - Prompt, thorough assessment for an unwell cat mentioned by a returning client. - 24/7 emergency treatment stated on the website. - Veterinary Nurse Training facility listed in the clinic’s structured data.

Abercorn Veterinary Clinics is a long-established practice (tracing back to the 1960s) offering routine and surgical care with in-house diagnostics (including x‑ray and ultrasound). The website lists RWAF Rabbit Friendly Status and care for rabbits and exotic pets as well as cats and dogs. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe appointments as unhurried and thorough—examples include monthly visits for two very elderly Siamese cats with continuity with the same vet (Laura), and a vet (James) taking time and being patient with a head‑shy dog during a “kind and thorough” examination.

Vets Now is part of the Vets Now emergency-care provider network (with clinics and hospitals across the UK), set up for out-of-hours pet emergencies and supported by an option for video consultations. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention rapid triage on arrival (including a dog being taken “as soon as we walked in”) and proactive communication (phone updates and being able to call overnight for progress reports). Pricing and value are a major decision factor: one recent reviewer reports a £320 minimum fee plus medication charges and a £35 “admin fee” for insurance claims, while another describes feeling “fear-mongered” into an immediate visit for diarrhoea that their regular vet later judged non-urgent. Staffing levels are also raised by one reviewer who says the clinic seemed understaffed and that on one night there was only one vet on duty.

Dundas Veterinary Group Ltd is an independent, family-owned practice (established in the late 1970s) owned by veterinary surgeons Emma and Peter Sharp. Based on the website, it’s set up for both routine care and more involved diagnostics and procedures, with facilities such as separate dog and cat wards and an in-house laboratory. The clinic also advertises a 24‑hour emergency service, and provides services like laparoscopic (keyhole) dog spays and dentistry in a dedicated dental suite with digital dental radiography. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention friendly, professional staff and feeling supported through their pets’ ongoing needs.

Batchelor, Davidson & Watson Ltd is an RCVS-accredited general practice for small animals, established in the 1950s. The practice treats a wide range of pets (including cats, dogs and several small mammals) and offers both routine care and surgery, with out-of-hours emergencies referred to Vets Now. From the latest reviews, owners often describe a friendly, supportive team that handles repeated visits and nervous/difficult cats calmly; one recent reviewer disagrees strongly, alleging the clinic is “extortionately expensive” and prioritises revenue over cat welfare. Practical touches mentioned include being kept informed during delays and having two clinics available for unscheduled visits.

Dunedin Veterinary Surgeons describes itself as providing comprehensive veterinary services, with on-site facilities including a surgical suite, x-ray, ultrasound, diagnostics and hospitalisation. Ownership (independent vs part of a corporate group) isn’t stated in the information available to us. From the latest reviews, owners most often highlight practical, appointment-level details: vets taking time to help nervous dogs feel safe (kneeling down to the dog’s height and speaking reassuringly), thorough check-ups that include looking at older injuries, and a clinic experience that feels organised (being seen quickly/when needed, and a spotless waiting room).

Braid Veterinary Hospital describes itself as providing veterinary treatment since the 1960s and offers a mix of routine care, advanced/referral services, and 24/7 emergency treatment. Recent reviews give concrete examples of ongoing medical management (a diabetic cat with the team keeping the owner informed while they were away) and same-day attention (a dog’s leg lump examined later the same day after a quarterly check-up). Owners also mention being able to call for advice when needed, while one recent reviewer strongly criticises the price of a specific hypoallergenic cat food sold in-practice.

Links Veterinary Group is a multi-branch practice offering both first-opinion care and referral services. From its own website, it provides general check-ups and vaccinations alongside complex medicine and surgery, with stated referral specialties including ophthalmology and orthopaedics. It also advertises a 24-hour emergency service (365 days a year) staffed by its own emergency and critical care team, and says it does not send clients “miles away to an unfamiliar surgery.” In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe being seen the same day for an unwell dog, a thorough examination for a hard-to-pin-down pain issue, and clear out-of-hours phone advice (including discussing options in detail). There is also a conflicting pricing experience: one reviewer reports being charged “over £120” for a 30-minute consultation and felt this was unaffordable.